01 About Philadelphia Country Club
Philadelphia Country Club (PCC) is located in the heart of the Main Line and merges traditional and modern family values. PCC is the finest private club for families in the Philadelphia region and offers activities for everyone who steps foot onto its 300-acre property.
The campus includes an expansive clubhouse, 27 holes of golf including the championship Spring Mill Course and the nine-hole Centennial Course. In addition to the award-winning golf facilities, the club offers a Fitness Center, state-of-the-art Shooting Lodge, nine har-tru tennis courts, four paddle courts, four Pickleball Courts, Olympic-size pool, squash and bowling building, venues for bridge, yoga, pilates, and an indoor golf practice facility during the winter months. We have a variety of dining options including four dining rooms, an outdoor Terrace overlooking the Spring Mill course, and varied event spaces including an elegant Ballroom ready to welcome up to 400 guests.
The PCC Staff & Membership believe everyone who walks onto campus is a part of the PCC family and is treated as such. Social events range from monthly First Fridays and weekly Family Nights to festive annual dinner dances and Santa & Easter Brunches. There is ample opportunity for quality family time accompanied by great service. The staff is committed to upholding the standards of excellence displayed in the Club's core values. It is this unique sense of community that allows Members to build lifelong friendships and relationships at PCC.
02 Universal Recognition
Philadelphia Country Club was founded in 1890 and operated mainly as a Polo Club during its first years of existence that led to the current horse head logo today. In 1899, the original 9-hole course in Bala hosted the 1899 U.S. Women’s Championship. As golf’s popularity grew, the club’s focus shifted and the club purchased land for an 18-hole course in Gladwyne, Pa., in 1926.
Designed by renowned architect, William Flynn, the Spring Mill Course hosted the 1939 U.S. Open. This Open is remembered as much for Sam Snead blowing the lead on the 72nd hole as much as it is for Byron Nelson winning the title in a three way playoff against Craig Wood and Denny Shute.
In 2003 the Spring Mill Course hosted the U.S. Women’s Amateur won by Virada Nirapathpongporn of Thailand. The club also co-hosted a portion of the 2005 U.S. Men’s Amateur with Merion Golf Club. An additional 9-hole course designed by Tom Fazio was opened to coincide with the 100 year anniversary and was aptly named the “Centennial” course.
The Spring Mill Course is also utilized by the Golf Association of Philadelphia for tournaments on a regular basis. This includes hosting one of their major tournaments in 2017, The Philadelphia Open. PCC’s history extends far beyond golf, however, as the club has hosted the 1930 Davis Cup, and numerous U.S. Open Squash Doubles tournaments with one as recent as 2013.
03 Excellence in Amenities and Facilities
Philadelphia Country Club offers a complete lifestyle that is highly engaging and fully accessible, distinguished by a host of delightful amenities, services and experiences.
• 100,000 square foot Clubhouse that includes the Ballroom, Pre-function Area, Bridal Suite, four Dining Rooms, outdoor Terrace dining area, Fitness Center, Men’s and Ladies’ Locker Rooms, Bridge Room, staff dormitories and locker rooms, and administrative offices.
• 27-holes of Golf, Halfway House, Short-Range and Full Scale Driving Range and Practice Hole
• Resort-style pool featuring a 50-meter “long course” for competitive and casual lap swimming and a 25 yard “short course” for swim team. A wading pool for small children is located adjacent to the main pool. Members enjoy a resort style environment with extensive food and beverage service. The Club’s Summer House is home to the Citrus Tree Restaurant as well as both the Ladies’ and Men’s Locker Rooms which are fitted with day lockers.
• Nine Hydro Tennis Courts, Four Paddle Tennis Courts, Seasonal Padel Courts and four newly constructed Pickleball Courts
• Squash building that includes international singles squash courts and two North American doubles squash courts, four bowling lanes, and a Yoga/Fitness room
• Shooting Lodge for Trap & Skeet
• Grounds Maintenance Facility
04 Caliber of Staff and Service
At Philadelphia Country Club, staff members are not just employees, but the heart and soul of the Club. They set the bar for exceptional service standards, and our service staff is filled with individuals who are ready to uphold this legacy throughout every department of the Club.
Our commitment to excellence goes beyond just meeting expectations, we strive to exceed them, creating memorable experiences for our valued Members and their guests. We recognize that dedication and commitment are the cornerstones of unparalleled service, and our staff uphold these values each and every day.
Working in partnership with our Board of Governors and various member committees, PCC maintains a vibrant club atmosphere by adhering to a strategic plan that keeps the club modern and up-to-date through a thoughtful progression of reinvestment, while continuing to maintain a healthy financial position.
This level of trust and care among our members and our operations teams helps to establish PCC as one of only a select few consistently recognized among the top private clubs in America.
05 Engagement and Commitment of Membership
Listed among the most prominent neighborhoods in the United States, the membership at PCC consistently includes Philadelphia’s finest families. The PCC Membership is a group of accomplished achievers. The Members are leaders in their fields – experts and innovators who have attained the highest levels of success in their endeavors. PCC Members are good neighbors within the Main Line community, serving on a number of charitable boards and donating their time and resources to an array of local nonprofit agencies and organizations.
The club currently has seven members on its Committee on Admissions. PCC also has a Membership Development committee that includes several PCC Members as well as its Membership Director. All proposals for Membership begin with a current Member proposing their Candidate to the Committee on Admissions. The Committee will then post the Candidate’s name for the entire Membership to review and give feedback. The minimum length of time for this posting is 60 days. During this time the Candidate is asked to meet with a few Committee Members for an informal meeting. Before voting on the Candidate’s proposal the Committee will host a formal meeting so the Candidate can meet with the entire Committee on Admissions. After election the General Manager and Membership Director are responsible for an interactive orientation describing the Club’s rich history, culture, and traditions to welcome new members into the community.
06 Governance and Prudent Fiscal Management
Philadelphia Country Club is dedicated to maintaining strong governance and prudent fiscal management to achieve its strategic goals. Operating under a General Manager/COO management model, the club benefits from a clear leadership structure that supports operational excellence and strategic alignment. Our engaged Board of Governors (BOG), with over 100 members involved in various committees, plays a crucial role in guiding the club’s direction. Looking ahead, we aim to diversify our leadership by increasing female representation and identifying new leaders within our membership, while streamlining committee structures to enhance decisionmaking efficiency and uphold transparency, accountability, and member engagement.
Prudent fiscal management remains a hallmark of PCC’s success. In 2022, the club achieved a financial surplus of $900,000, attributed to higher fees, reduced subsidies, and cost savings from unfilled positions. To support upcoming capital projects, such as the renovation of the Summer House and the expansion of dining facilities, the club has increased capital fund contributions from $90 to $160 per month. With a commitment to financial stewardship, PCC continues to invest approximately $2 million annually in maintaining and upgrading facilities, ensuring a high-quality experience for all members while securing the club’s long-term financial health
07 Adapting to Changing Times
Philadelphia Country Club has always been aware of the changing demands of membership From evolving into a golf club from a polo club, the Club has, more recently, become a family oriented club with a strong focus on family programs and events. The club’s mission statement is further evidence of this: Philadelphia Country Club is a premier, full service, family oriented private country club, dedicated to the enjoyment of our members, their families and their guests. Our community is guided by our core values, which are integrity and respect for each other, our staff and the traditions of the club.Youth programs in golf, swimming, squash, paddle, and tennis are provided based upon the season. The annual Parent-Child golf tournament, Children’s Halloween Party, Jingle Ball, Santa Brunch, Easter Brunch, among other events, are all family-oriented activities.
The club has also recognized the need for moving into the digital age and has invested in digital communication including social media, website content, PCC Mobile App, email marketing and establishing an overall Brand Platform. The Brand Platform identifies PCC’s unique and differentiating brand attributes, defines brand positioning and articulates a brand story. This heightens overall value for the membership through a consistent brand identity, guides future development of subsequent marketing efforts and drives increased attraction and retention of members Once an established brand has been created, the club appears consistent in its social media efforts, website content and email marketing The Brand Platform informs and supports the efforts of establishing the club as an elevated, luxury experience and place of which to belong
The Club is also dedicated to keeping the 18-Hole Spring Mill course in top shape. A full renovation of our Championship Spring Mill Golf course is currently in the beginning phase and set to Co-Host the 2026 U.S. Amateur Championship with Merion Golf Club.
The USGA announced that Philadelphia Country Club, in Gladwyne, Pa., will serve as the stroke-play co-host course for the 2026 U.S. Amateur Championship. As previously announced, Merion Golf Club, in Ardmore, Pa., will host both stroke play and all match-play rounds when the 126th edition of the championship is played Aug. 10-16, 2026.
Philadelphia Country Club (PCC) was founded in 1890, making it one of the oldest country clubs in the United States PCC was the seventh member club of the USGA and was one of the four original founding clubs of the Golf Association of Philadelphia (GAP), the oldest regional golf association in the country.
Working in conjunction with Howard Toomey, William S. Flynn provided the design for the club’s Spring Mill course, which opened in 1927. In August 2022, PCC members approved a full-scale restoration of Flynn’s original design, which will include rebuilding of all course bunkers, greens and tees and re-grassing of the fairways. Flynn expert Jim Nagle was selected to oversee the restoration that began in 2023 and will conclude in 2025.
08 Overall Experience
There are moments when you know, this is the place The realization might come your first time on one of the golf courses, taking in the beauty of the landscapes that feels timeless and revered.
This is where your first tour of the campus reveals pleasantly unexpected secrets you’ll definitely share with family, in anticipation of active days on the courts, at the pool, or simply relaxing on the terrace.
This is the place for children and adults alike, staying active, having fin, and celebrating the seasons together as they create memories that last a lifetime.
This is a place of community, housed in a beautiful clubhouse where people come together to share meals, share stories, and share a lifestyle increasingly rare and unapologetically exceptional.
This is a place of trust and timelessness, where even the youngest can explore their curiosity and expand their confidence while protected and secure.
This is a place of tradition, where the best elements of a well- regarded heritage are respected and preserved This is a place where each member has the freedom and encouragement to live their best life, and where friends become part of an extended, engaging, enthusiastic family
This is Philadelphia Country Club.
